Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Arts Centre Melbourne to remain closed through to June 30 by Gabi Bergman

Arts Centre Melbourne today announced its venues and building will remain closed to 30 June 2020. Through this extended closure,

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:30PM

BroadwayRadio Special: Producer and Historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper on COVID-19’s New York Theatre Impact, Terrence McNally, and More by Ashley Steves

On this special episode of BroadwayRadio, Ashley Steves talks to Broadway producer, historian, and Feinstein’s/54 Below Creative and Programming Director Jennifer Ashley Tepper about histo…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 11:23PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Atlanta theater artist Jennifer Alice Acker’s latest role: An unfortunate face of Covid-19 by Kathy Janich

The biography section of Jennifer Alice Acker’s website starts like this: “I’m... The post Atlanta theater artist Jennifer Alice Acker’s latest role: An unfortunate face of Covid-19 …

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 10:36PM

Art + Theater: Virtual art walk, play readings by ArtsATL Staff

Galleries on Marietta Square in Marietta will hold their first Virtual Art... The post Art + Theater: Virtual art walk, play readings appeared first on ARTS ATL.

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 10:36PM

Vale Bruce Dawe, Australia’s ‘Poet of Suburbia’ by Arts Review

“Katrina, I had in mind a prayer, but only this came,” Bruce Dawe wrote to his infant daughter, new-born, in intensive care, her life in the balance, declaring as poets must that their p…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:34PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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How LACMA’s New Building Became A Referendum On Museums by Artsjournal

How did this building, initially embraced as promising, if not visionary, come to ignite a scorched-earth debate in its final stages? The story of LACMA’s campus reconstruction—and the c…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:54PM

This Is A Transition From One Era To Another by Artsjournal

The era of peak globalisation is over. An economic system that relied on worldwide production and long supply chains is morphing into one that will be less interconnected. A way of life driv…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:54PM

Recapping Smash 2.06: 'It Isn't Art' by Mark Peikert

Jimmy scowls, Julia gets defensive about her work, Tom and Derek fight, and Ivy has to pick up the pieces for another man—it must be an episode of Smash!

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:50PM

Dancing alone together by Irene Hsiao

Dancers figure out how to create in isolation. Dances are made in time and space, a minute or an hour in a dancer’s life never to be seen again. Dances do not …

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 08:25PM

Watch Will Chase and Ingrid Michaelson on Stars in the House Live Stream by Andrew Gans

The daily benefit series created by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley benefits The Actors Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:09PM

Denver Center for the Performing Arts cuts staff, cancels shows amid coronavirus shutdown by John Wenzel, The Know

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is reducing staffing costs by more than 50% and announcing a new round of show cancellations in an effort to stem millions of dollars in losses due …

SOURCE: Denver Post at 08:03PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Will Chase Is on Stars In The House at 8 EST. by Corine Cohen

Watch Will Chase at 8 at Starsinthehouse.com a fundraiser for The Actors Fund. The post Will Chase Is on Stars In The House at 8 EST. appeared first on BroadwayShowbiz.com.

SOURCE: broadwayshowbiz.com at 07:56PM

Playwright David Lindsay-Abaire’s Viral Monologues: “Charting my journey through the pandemic” and the emerging online theaters by Jonathan Mandell

Rachel Dratch portrays FrannyCakes, a makeup vlogger who fights with an old lady over a bottle of Purell in a Costco.  Marylouise Burke is Penny, a lovely suburban matron who wonders where …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 07:42PM

Coronavirus: Competition invites over-70s to write plays during isolation by Giverny Masso

A new national competition has been launched for over-70s to encourage people with no professional experience in the arts to create new

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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8 Short Shakespeare Speeches To Recite While Washing Your Hands by Performerstuff

8 Short Shakespeare Speeches To Recite While Washing Your Hands Written by Rose Helsinger March 30th, 2020 Why not spice up your twenty second long hand washing routine with a little S…

SOURCE: performerstuff.com at 06:59PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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6 Theatre Workers You Should Know by American Theatre Editors

From a technical director in California to a community connector in New York, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:57PM

EXCLUSIVE: Take a Stretch Class With Ballet's Tiler Peck, Only on TheaterMania's Instagram

Peck leads a basic 15-minute workout for our audience.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:54PM

‘Company’ producer strives to keep it together by Michael Riedel

Like every theater producer, Chris Harper, who’s behind the buzzy London revival of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company,” is bucking up his cast, holding his investors together, and waiting …

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:53PM

Update Time! by Artshacker

Regular readers have likely noticed the updates we’ve been rolling out over the last few weeks and now that we have all of them in place, we wanted to take a moment to give everyone a litt…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 05:52PM

“Whoa, Mama!”: Audition Songs for Bright Star by Character by Performerstuff

“Whoa, Mama!”: Audition Songs for Bright Star by Character  Written by: Jocelyn Bertram April 2, 2020 Struggling with selecting the perfect song for your upcoming audition for …

SOURCE: performerstuff.com at 05:48PM

Broadway Brainteasers: CHICAGO Cell Block Crossword Puzzle

Today we're heading to Chicago for a criminal crossword puzzle!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE Star Leslie Kritzer Stops By for for Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Friday at 12pm!

Nothing can stop BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from bringing you interviews with your favorite Broadway stars! Tune in tomorrow, April 3 (12pm), as he chats with Beetlejuice star Leslie Krit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

SNOWPIERCER TV Series Starring Daveed Diggs to Premiere on May 17 on TNT

The new Snowpiercer TV Series Starring Daveed Diggs will premiere on May 17 on TNT!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:41PM

Celebrate International Children's Book Day with #ChildrensBookAMusical!

We're celebrating International Children's Book Day by turning Broadway musicals into children's books! What titles can you come up with? #ChildrensBookAMusical

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:40PM

How To Maintain (Or Renew) Your Relationship With Shakespeare: Read Him by Artsjournal

It’s certainly true that people have been reading Shakespeare’s plays for almost as long as they have been watching them. Within two or three years of his first, collaborative efforts on…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 05:36PM

Undermain Theatre Announces Female-Centered 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will include a play based on the theatre's late founding artistic director.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:35PM

Nick Cordero by Barry Gordin

Tony Award Nominee Nick Cordero Unconscious in ICU By: Ellis Nassour April 4 2020: Tony Award and two-time Drama Desk nominee and all-round nice guy Nick Cordero is unconscious in an…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 05:35PM

Sunny Showtunes: Isolation Can't Tear You Down with HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH

Rock out your isolation frustration today with the face-melting opening number from Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:22PM

Livestreaming Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater presents Watch Me Work livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Friday 10 April 2020 at 2 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:21PM

Livestreaming Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater presents Watch Me Work livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Thursday 9 April 2020 at 2 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:19PM

Six Questions Special Edition: The Multi-Talented, Multi-Faceted Richard Skipper

In these extraordinary and uncertain times of COVID-19, with venues closed and live performance at a halt, NiteLife Exchange is reaching out and covering the effect the crisis is having on p…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 05:17PM

Livestreaming Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater presents Watch Me Work livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Wednesday 8 April 2020 at 2 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:16PM

Guthrie Theater To Cancel Remainder Of 2019–2020 Season

The Guthrie Theater announced today it will cancel the remaining performances of its 2019-2020 Season, which was scheduled to run through August 2020, due to the impact of the COVID-19 globa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:14PM

Livestreaming Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater presents Watch Me Work livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Tuesday 7 April 2020 at 2 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:13PM

Livestreaming Suzan-Lori Parks' Watch Me Work

By . The Public Theater presents Watch Me Work livestreaming on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Monday 6 April 2020 at 2 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:10PM

Looking for some entertainment? Here is everything theatre related on Amazon Prime Video by Gabi Bergman

Since people really enjoyed my list of theatre-y Netflix shows, I figured it was only logical to make my way

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:00PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Any Dream Will Do! Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber's Smash-Hit Musicals at Home for Free by Andy Lefkowitz

While the recent temporary closure of theaters worldwide has been a major disappointment for theater lovers, a new YouTube channel is helping to soften the blow by making the hit musicals …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:54PM

Stuck Inside with Kids and Missing Broadway? Check Out These Children's Books Written by Stage Stars by Caitlin Moynihan

Broadway has always been there for us. From filling our houses with catchy tunes to creating memories that last a lifetime, there's few things that Broadway can't make better. While the ligh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:54PM

See Patti LuPone, Darren Criss and More in This First Look at Netflix's New Glamorous Series, Hollywood by Diep Tran

Move over Tiger King, our next television obsession is here. Netflix just released a first look at its new limited series, Hollywood, from producers Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. The show …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:54PM

Broadw.ai sees surge in ticketing questions amid Broadway shutdown by Gillian Russo

Broadw.ai, an artificial intelligence company that services Broadway ticketing and customer service platforms, is adapting its software to better respond to ticket buyers impacted by the Bro…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 04:49PM

Video Roundup April 2: Company's Claybourne Elder Plays the Fiddle, Marcus Mumford Sings Carousel, More by Dan Meyer

Stage favorites are making the most of social distancing in light of the COVID-19 crisis.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:43PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals to go online for free during coronavirus theatre closures by Louis Chilton, Louis Chilton

Recorded versions of the composer's beloved musicals will be made freely available each week

SOURCE: The Independent at 04:42PM

Ariana DeBose To Take Part in Live Online Conversation Benefiting Covenant House

Ariana DeBose will be doing a live online conversation for fans and theatre lovers on the Dramaversity platform Wednesday, April 8 at 2pm EDT. This live online chat is limited to 50 lucky pa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:40PM

Beyond the Horizon by Eugene O’Neill (1920): Chosen by Committee Episode 2 by Phindie Podcasts

In episode 2 of Chosen by Committee, the podcast considering every play which won a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, hosts Josh, John, and Christopher discuss Eugene O'Neill's 1920 tragedy. They mo…

SOURCE: phindie.com at 04:38PM

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Sings 'New York' by St. Vincent

Lin-Manuel Miranda took to Twitter to post a video of himself playing 'New York' by St. Vincent.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Plays 5 Variations of 'Get Lucky'

Andrew Lloyd Webber has posted a video of himself playing 5 variations of Get Lucky!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Leslie Jordan Joins Cast of CALL ME KAT on Fox

Leslie Jordan has joined the cast of Call Me Kat as a series regular, according to Deadline. The Fox multi-camera straight-to-series comedy, stars Mayim Bialik, and hails from Bialik, Jim…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

Bookstores Had Staged Something Of A Comeback. And Now This by Artsjournal

In a 2016 study, the median small business had enough cash to last just 27 days, while a 2018 survey found that 21 percent would fail after a month without cash flow. Bookstores run on even …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:32PM

There’s Going To Still Be Theatre. But What Will It Be? by Artsjournal

Said Chay Yew, “We’ve always complained about how the American theatre doesn’t work. I for one find the blank slate exciting. We either repeat what we did before or we don’t. The str…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:32PM

Can Looking At Art Online Beat The In-Person Experience? by Artsjournal

“It’s definitely less trouble. You can stroll around the masterpieces at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, while seated at home in front of your laptop. Naturally, it’s far less crowded that…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:32PM

Lyric, Goodman, Steppenwolf, and CSO face the music by Deanna Isaacs

Major performing arts organizations recalibrate for COVID-19. After the crushing decision last month to cancel its long-awaited Ring Cycle, Lyric Opera today ann…

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 04:30PM

Rattlestick to Engage Theatre Artists and Experts in Conversation Around COVID-19 by Olivia Clement

The conversations, featuring Zachary Quinto, Kathleen Chalfant, and more, will be available online, along with unplugged living room concerts from Grace McLean, Eisa Davis, and others.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:26PM

VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE's Leslie Kritzer Stops By for Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge - Tomorrow at 12pm!

Nothing can stop BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from bringing you interviews with your favorite Broadway stars! Tune in April 3 (12pm) as he chats with Beetlejuice's #1 lifecoach and crystal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Broadway Stage Management Symposium is Offering Free Online Sessions for Stage Mangers

Stage Management is extremely difficult to practice in a vacuum, so the Broadway Stage Management Symposium (BSMS) is offering a way for stage managers to learn new technologies and skills w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:22PM

LIPS TOGETHER TEETH APART**** by Corine Cohen

Press Release.   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PLEASE BROADWAY.COM TO PRESENT LIVE READING OF TERRENCE MCNALLY’S “LIPS TOGETHER, TEETH APART” STARRING JESSE TYLER FERGUSON, CELIA KEENAN-BOLG…

SOURCE: broadwayshowbiz.com at 04:18PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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TheatreSquared Announces 2020-21 Lineup by American Theatre Editors

The Arkansas company will present 8 shows for its 15th anniversary.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:49PM

Special Skills: Teach Yourself Juggling, Handstands, and More Circus Arts at Home by Ruthie Fierberg

Your digital guide to cultivating new talents to build your résumé or just pass the time.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:45PM

Indiana Repertory Theatre Announces 2020-21 Season by American Theatre Editors

The lineup will feature a series of works created by Indianapolis artists in celebration of the city's bicentennial.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:44PM

Brian Stokes Mitchell Tests Positive for COVID-19 by Matthew Wexler

Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell announced via Instagram that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The post Brian Stokes Mitchell Tests Positive for COVID-19 appeared first on The Bro…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:42PM

VIDEO: Learn How the Rockettes Honored Fosse's Legacy with 'All That Jazz' Tribute!

Just last month, the Radio City Rockettes released a video in honor of Liza Minnelli's birthday. The original video features the Rockettes on stage at Radio City dancing to Liza Minnelli's v…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Carnegie Hall Cancels Remainder of Its 2019-2020 Season

Carnegie Hall today announced its decision to cancel the remainder of its 2019-2020 season, including all events in its three performance venues through July 2020, as part of ongoing efforts…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

92Y's April Streaming Recitals Include Marc-André Hamelin, Angela Hewitt & More

92Y's highly popular online concerts a?" experienced by more than half a million viewers worldwide a?" continue in April with five live streams and three recitals from 92Y's archives. Additi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber YouTube Channel To Offer Free Musicals During COVID-19 Pandemic by Greg Evans

Musical-loving social distancers can get their Andrew Lloyd Webber fixes with a new YouTube channel devoted to the composer’s work. The free channel, called The Shows Must Go On, will unsp…

SOURCE: Deadline at 03:34PM

Ancient Egyptian Pigment Has Become Biomedical Research Tool by Artsjournal1

“A researcher at the University of Göttingen, Sebastian Kruss, has used [Egyptian Blue], which is also known as calcium copper silicate, to produce a new nanomaterial that improves infrar…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 03:32PM

COVID Response: Panic Buying Of Pianos? by Artsjournal

“Many see the period of isolation as an opportunity to pursue passions that might have otherwise lain dormant. Music-learning apps and sheet music sites like nKoda have boomed, and, contra…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 03:32PM

VIDEO: Watch Michael Urie Perform 'To Be Or Not To Be' as Arnold Bekhoff From TORCH SONG

Michael Urie took to Twitter to share a video of himself performing Hamlet's famed 'To Be Or Not To Be' Soliloquy as Arnold Bekhoff from Torch Song!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:28PM

20 Character Profile Questions by Lindsay Price

One of the most important elements when writing a play or a story is creating characters that feel three-dimensional and real. You can help your students flesh out their characters with some…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 03:24PM

EMMY Winner Leslie Jordan joins FOX's new comedy series "Call Me Kat" starring Mayim Bialik by Denise Petski

Former The Cool Kids star Leslie Jordan is returning to Fox as a series regular opposite Mayim Bialik in Call Me Kat (fka Carla), the network’s multi-camera straight-to-series comedy, from…

SOURCE: Deadline at 03:23PM

VIDEO: National Theatre's ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS Starring James Corden, Streaming Now!

The National Theatre has announced its new initiative, NATIONAL THEATRE AT HOME providing access to content online to serve audiences in their homes. Audiences around the world can stream NT…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:21PM

New British musical Identical by Stiles and Drewe is postponed by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The World premiere of the new Stiles and Drewe musical Identical based on the novel The Parent Trap has been postponed for a year. This post New British musical Identical by …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 03:19PM

Aaron Tveit Talks About His COVID-19 Symptoms, Shares if MOULIN ROUGE! Will Be Returning to Broadway and More

In an interview with Variety, Aaron Tveit shared his experience dealing with COVID-19. discussed what he knew about Moulin Rouge! returning to the stage and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:16PM

#BroadwayRemixChallenge ... Challenge Accepted and Blessed!

Some of Broadway's greatest voices are remixing your beloved songs in a whole new way.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:12PM

Full-Length Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals Head to YouTube by Dan Meyer

The Shows Must Go On kicks off with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, starring Donny Osmond.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:07PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: Zachary Quinto Stars in Season Two of NOS4A2 on AMC

AMC announced today that season two of its supernatural horror series NOS4A2 (10x60'), will premiere on Monday, June 1 at 10pm ET/9c on AMC

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:49PM

Diana Star Jeanna de Waal Is Teaching Online Classes, Drinking Guinness and Longing for Her Costumes by Diep Tran

Diana, the new musical about the life of the People’s Princess, was supposed to have its opening night on March 31, but it did not because of the Broadway shutdown. Nevertheless, the co…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:48PM

The New York Philharmonic Announces Video Broadcasts of DIE WALKURE and THE MOTHER OF US ALL

The New York Philharmonic has announced new video broadcasts and audio content being released this week. The production of Virgil Thomson's The Mother of Us All - co-presented by the New Yo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:44PM

VIDEO: Watch Teal Wicks Sing 'Gold' From CAMILLE CLAUDEL

Camille Claudel was set to open at Signature Theatre this week, but has been put on hold due to the current health crisis. Teal Wicks snuck onto the stage of the empty theater to belt out he…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:35PM

Arts industry unemployment claims in New York rise 3,880 percent. How to apply for unemployment benefits. by New York Theater

The U.S. Labor Department reported the loss of 10 million jobs nationally in the last two weeks. No region and no industry are immune. So it’s no surprise, but still a shock, at the unempl…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 02:34PM

Carnegie Hall Cancels Rest of 2019–2020 Season by Ryan McPhee

The New York City venue has put all programming through July 25 on hold.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:34PM

The Rockettes to Host Weekly Instagram Live Classes Every Tuesday and Thursday

You can now dance and train like a Rockette! The Radio City Rockettes will be hosting weekly classes on Instagram Live. There will be weekly dance classes every Thursdays at 12pm ET, and a w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:26PM

Libraries As ‘Second Responders’ In The COVID Crisis by Artsjournal1

“When libraries closed their doors abruptly, they immediately opened their digital communications, collaborations, and creative activity to reach their public in ways as novel as the virus…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 02:24PM

Canada Council Launches Emergency Funding Plan by Artsjournal

The Canada Council for the Arts has announced $60M in advance funding to arts organizations that have approved funding from the 2019/20 season. This amounts to the equivalent to 35% of the a…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 02:24PM

Foundation Offers $100,000 in Emergency Grants to Writers by American Theatre Editors

Playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists affected by COVID-19 closures may be eligible for grants from the Adams and Reisch Foundation.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:21PM

Photo Flash: See Patti LuPone, Darren Criss, Holland Taylor, & More in a First Look at HOLLYWOOD

Netflix has shared the first look images for its upcoming limited series, HOLLYWOOD!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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It's Variety Thursday! on Stars in the House Live Stream, With Caroline Rhea, Bill Berloni, More by Andrew Gans

The daily benefit series created by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley benefits The Actors Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:52PM

Parent Trap Musical Identical Postpones World Premiere at Nottingham Playhouse by Andy Lefkowitz

The upcoming world premiere musical Identical, taken from the story of the beloved property The Parent Trap, has received a yearlong postponement at Nottingham Playhouse. Originally schedul…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive: Home Edition with Jeanna de Waal of Diana by Broadway.com

Diana star Jeanna de Waal checks in with Paul Wontorek! 

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

The Drama League Announces Newly Named 'Gratitude Awards' for 2020 by Andy Lefkowitz

The Drama League has announced that in lieu of its traditional awards ceremony, the organization will present its 86th annual celebration as the re-envisioned Gratitude Awards. The digital f…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

First Look at Patti LuPone, Darren Criss, Jeremy Pope, and More in Netflix's Hollywood by Marc J. Franklin

Ryan Murphy’s limited series, premiering May 1, offers a glimpse behind the gilded curtain of Hollywood's Golden Age.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:35PM

Holding it together during the quarantine by S. Nicole Lane

The Quarantine Times is virtually helping folks keep their cool. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been overwhelmed with the creativity of Chicagoans spreading new…

SOURCE: www.chicagoreader.com at 01:35PM

Surviving a Dramaturgical Winter by American Theatre Editors

If a dramaturg's job is to be a great unifier, what can there be to do in this time of great separation?

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:33PM

Here's How You Can Be a Part of SIX From Home!

SIX is offering you the chance to be a part of a special new video featuring the show's queens!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:32PM

Gerald Freedman, Prolific Director, Is Dead at 92 by Neil Genzlinger

Among his credits were Broadway shows, operas and the original production of “Hair.” He also influenced numerous actors’ careers as an educator.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:18PM

Chicago Dance Companies On The Edge by Artsjournal

Put simply, the state’s dance scene has taken a body blow. Indeed, industry leaders fear that some companies won’t recover from this crisis at all and others could come back in a weakene…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:18PM

Theaters Across The U.S. Commission Ten-Minute Plays We Can All Perform While Sheltering In Place by Artsjournal1

“The [project], which is being called ‘Play at Home,’ is a website (playathome.org) featuring new plays, intended to take no more than 10 minutes to read, that are free so that anyone …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:18PM

Listening Party: Marie Christine Starring Audra McDonald, Anthony Crivello, and More by Marc J. Franklin

Six star Adrianna Hicks recommends listening to the cast recording of Michael John LaChuisa’s musical retelling of Medea.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at noon (Broadway Time)
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National Ballet postpones Karen Kain’s staging of ‘Swan Lake’ by Debra Yeo - Toronto Star

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the new ‘Swan Lake’ has been delayed to June 2021. A new ballet based on Margaret Atwood’s ‘MaddAddam’ books has also been postponed.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:46PM

Watch Christopher Fitzgerald and Jessica Stone Sing 'I Wish I Were in Love Again' From City Center Encores! Babes in Arms by Andrew Gans

The second week of videos, part of the venue's series featuring highlights from New York City Center's Encores!, spotlights the work of Rodgers and Hart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29PM

Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals online for free by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals online for free from tomorrow on The Shows Must Go On, a new channel on YouTube. First up Go Go Joseph! This post Watch Andrew Lloyd Webber…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:28PM

Lyric Opera of Chicago's 42nd Street Pushed to Later Season, Britney Spears Musical Once Upon a One More Time Canceled, More During Coronavirus Pandem by Ryan McPhee

Chicago-area venues have been forced to readjust their performance schedules as theatres across the country go dark.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:27PM

Livestreaming Downtown Variety

By . La MaMa and CultureHub present Downtown Variety livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Friday 24 April 2020 at 5 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:22PM

The Daily Distraction: Alli Mauzey Has Got a 'Screw Loose' for You by Ryan McPhee

Revisit Mauzey's hilarious performance in Broadway's Cry-Baby, co-written by the late Adam Schlesinger.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

Second City’s ‘Improv House Party’ creates live show via Zoom on Thursday night by Garnet Fraser - Toronto Star

Comic talents who are couples, and home together anyhow, stage a free show from three different cities on Thursday via Zoom.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:20PM

Disney's The Lion King musical FAQ: Your guide to the 8th longest-running West End show

It's been running in the West End for 20 years now and counting. And although the Lyceum Theatre may be closed temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for tickets to see The Li…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:20PM

Livestreaming Downtown Variety

By . La MaMa and CultureHub present Downtown Variety livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Friday 17 April 2020 at 5 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:19PM

Theatre Quiz: Name the Best New Play Olivier Award winners by Hira Desai

Theatre fans, we've got a treat for you! Can you name the Best New Play Olivier Award winners from the past? Check it out and let us know how you did! The post Theatre Quiz: Name the Best Ne…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:19PM

VIDEO: Watch the Latest Episode Of Joshua Turchin's THE EARLY NIGHT SHOW

The Early Night Show with Joshua Turchin- Virtual Edition (Corona Cabaret) continues with the release of the eighth episode featuring special guests: Audrey Bennett (Broadway- Amelie, Frozen…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

BWW Exclusive: Hear James Monroe Iglehart Sing on ELENA OF AVALOR

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive clip of James Monroe Iglehart's guest appearance in the upcoming episode of 'Elena of Avalor.' 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

LINCOLN CENTER AT HOME to Present Ballet Hispánico

Lincoln Center at Home presents Ballet Hispánico on April 10, 2020. As a part of this new initiative, viewers can watch archival Lincoln Center performances, available for free and on deman…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

VIDEO: Disney Channel Shares 'We're All in This Together' Dance Montage

An exuberant song and a dance montage from Disney Channel, set to its iconic 'We're All in This Together' anthem, encourages kids of all ages to get up and move, and to embrace self-expres…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Chad Kimball Opens Up About Testing Positive for COVID-19 on CBC's q Podcast With Tom Power

Chad Kimball was recently a guest on CBC's q Podcast, hosted by Tom Power. 

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Livestreaming Downtown Variety

By . La MaMa and CultureHub present Downtown Variety livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Friday 10 April 2020 at 5 p.m.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:16PM

Brown Paper Tickets Systems Overwhelmed, Artists And Venues Can’t Get Their Money by Artsjournal

“The 20-year-old BPT, which has grown from a local company to an international ticket broker, handles tens of thousands of events around the world each month. But in the past few weeks, a…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:12PM

Assembling New Micro-Operas During Coronavirus Confinement by Artsjournal1

“Ella Marchment, stage director of the International Opera Awards, is behind the scheme, which is called #OperaHarmony. … The [project] will pair composers with librettists to create pie…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:12PM

BroadwayHD Announces April Offerings by Broadway Direct

A new month is here, and with a new month comes new BroadwayHD offerings. With quarantine guidelines upon us, there is no better way to fill time — and put a smile on your face — than to…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 12:09PM

Latest COVID-19 concert, event changes: Justin Bieber, Frameline film fest by Joan Morris, Jim Harrington

The world of live entertainment continues to be reshuffled as we deal with CORVID-19 orders.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 12:08PM

VIDEO: Adam Rothberg Takes Part in Richard Skipper's #StayHome Campaign

Richard Skipper has started a #StayHome campaign!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

Drama League Replaces 2020 Awards Ceremony with Digital Gratitude Event

The Drama League has just announced that it will host the Gratitude Awards- a one-time-only digital fundraiser that shares the gift of gratitude within the theater community, to which the t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:04PM

Hamilton-born actor Nick Cordero in hospital undergoing COVID-19 test by Victoria Ahearn - The Canadian Press

Cordero grew up in Hamilton’s west end and attended Ryerson University for acting.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:03PM

Tune in: Andrew Lloyd Webber launches free YouTube channel The Shows Must Go On

Which is your fave Andrew Lloyd Webber musical? If it's Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat or Jesus Christ Superstar, you'll be able to watch it at home during lockdown over the …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 12:00PM

Broadway's Faves: To Kill a Mockingbird Star Taylor Trensch Has a Lillias White Obsession

To Kill a Mockingbird star Taylor Trensch is obsessed with Tony Award winner Lillias White.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:00PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Missing the Theater? Trade Playbills for These Novels by Alexis Soloski and Laura Collins-Hughes

Two theater critics suggest some of their favorite books about the theater, giving us portals to a world that is now forbidden.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:54AM

Stranger Things' Gaten Matarazzo, Mean Girls' Reneé Rapp, and More to Join April 3 Broadway Jackbox by Olivia Clement

Will Roland will also return to join fellow Dear Evan Hansen alums Andrew Barth Feldman and Alex Boniello.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM

Brandon Victor Dixon - "The Great American Black and White" (Georgia Stitt) by Georgia Stitt

GEORGIA STITT & FRIENDS November 18, 2019 - Live at Birdland Jazz BAND: Georgia Stitt (piano), Elena Bonomo (drums), Alex Eckhardt (bass), Adele Stein (cello), Angie Swan (guitar) Filmed …

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:52AM

VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'The Club' From IN THE HEIGHTS

In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Paranoia at the Fore in Steppenwolf’s Revival of Tracy Letts’s “Bug” by Maria Delgado

Tracy Letts’s Bug may be fourteen years old, but this tale of a couple convinced that they are suffering an insect infestation feels infinitely more topical now than when it was first seen…

SOURCE: thetheatretimes.com at 11:51AM

04/06 @ 6:30 pm Corina Sowers Adler by Sue Matsuki

Corinna Sowers Adler in “By Request Virtual Edition Session 2” April 6 @ 6:30 pm EST on CSA’s Facebook Page HERE Don’t miss what promises to be a wonderful concert with this incredi…

SOURCE: www.cabarethotspot.com at 11:47AM

Playlist: Showtunes that are Just Fun by Mark Robinson

Maybe you are all getting tired of my playlists, but boredom has set-in and I enjoy making them, so I apologize in advance. However, I just feel the need to laugh as I spend my 47th birt…

SOURCE: www.markrobinsonwrites.com at 11:47AM

Concord Theatricals acquires worldwide licensing rights to ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ by Caitlin Huston

Concord Theatricals announced Thursday that it has acquired the exclusive worldwide licensing rights to “The SpongeBob Musical.” The musical, directed by Tina Landau and featuring a book…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 11:45AM

What to Watch: PBS Offers Access to Broadway Performances & More by Broadway Direct

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, audiences everywhere are seeking out the opportunity to enjoy great performances from the comfort of their own homes. Among the ranks of great providers is…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 11:41AM

Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights For THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL

Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide licensing rights to Nickelodeon's award-winning Broadway hit The SpongeBob Musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:38AM

The College Showcase Must Go On (Virtually!) - Part 11

We've been compiling videos from college seniors all around the country for our new daily showcase series. Although their performances were cancelled, the show must go on-- virtually!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:37AM

I Told My Landlord I Wouldn’t Be Watching “Rent” This Month & It's Clear I've Misunderstood by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. NEW YORK, NY - In the wake of mass layoffs and an all-time unemployment high due to spread of COVID-19, people nationwide are refusing to watch the hit movie-mus…

SOURCE: www.thebroadwaybeat.com at 11:36AM

Broadway Actor Nick Cordero Unconscious In ICU With Likely COVID-19 by Greg Evans

Broadway’s Waitress and A Bronx Tale: The Musical actor Nick Cordero is unconscious in intensive care with what his wife Amanda Kloots suspects is COVID-19. In an Instagram post, Kloots sa…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:36AM

Coronavirus: Actors Centre announces festival for drama graduates with cancelled showcases by Giverny Masso

The Actors Centre has announced a week-long festival to provide a platform for graduates who had their showcases cancelled due to the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:33AM

Coronavirus: Nick Hern Books launches free play-reading initiative for lockdown by Georgia Snow

Theatre publisher Nick Hern Books is launching a play text discussion group that will run throughout the coronavirus shutdown, offering one free

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:32AM

Leicester Curve launches campaign to find #RainbowsofHope drawings for Wizard of Oz set design by Georgia Snow

Leicester’s Curve is asking children who have taken part in the nationwide Rainbows of Hope campaign to submit their drawings as inspiration

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:32AM

Coronavirus: Northern Broadsides to offer nine £1,000 commissions to theatremakers responding to pandemic by Giverny Masso

Northern Broadsides is offering nine commissions, each worth £1,000, for theatremakers wishing to respond to the coronavirus pandemic, particularly aimed at those

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:32AM

Drama League to hold digital fundraiser in lieu of awards luncheon by Gillian Russo

The Drama League has replaced this year’s awards luncheon, originally slated for May 15, with a digital fundraiser entitled the Gratitude Awards, the organization announced Thursday. The D…

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 11:20AM

Flashback Video: Lillias White Performs 'When You Wish Upon a Star' at Feinstein's/54 Below

Feinstein's/54 Below has released their latest #54BelowatHome flashback video! In today's video, watch Lillias White perform 'When You Wish Upon a Star.' The performance was part of Lillias …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:19AM

Calling All Aspiring Royals: How to Be a Part of SIX From Home by Ryan McPhee

The musical is searching for a global digital chorus for a new video as the coronavirus pandemic keeps productions closed.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

The Cast of FRASIER Shares Stories From the Set, Favorite Lines From the Show and More on STARS IN THE HOUSE

The Actors Fund has teamed with SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky and his husband, producer James Wesley, to produce a daily mini-online show, entitled Stars in The House, featuring stars…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:11AM

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, April 2- with SIX Queens, Noah Galvin and More!

Broadway might be dark this month, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway today, April 2, 2020.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:11AM

Watch Live: Lea Salonga Performs an Online Concert

Lea Salonga is currently on Facebook Live, as part of Bayanihan Musikahan's free Facebook live concert series!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:07AM

David Tennant Craves Old English Dinners and Cigarettes After Sex by Kathryn Shattuck

The band, that is. Tennant, whose mini-series “Deadwater Fell” arrives April 6, also puts Tim Minchin and “Succession” on his list of essentials.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:06AM

When COVID Shut This Small Museum Down, Its Community Suffered A Big Loss by Artsjournal1

“In the eight years since it was founded, the Underground Museum has become not only one of the most important destinations for black art in the country but also a crucial gathering place …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:06AM

Dancing With Myself: How Artists Stay in Shape Without a Stage by Nancy Coleman

With the coronavirus pandemic putting live shows on hold, performers are adapting how they practice.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:06AM

The Dance World May Be Socially Liberal, But It’s Still Difficult For Gender-Nonconforming Dancers by Artsjournal1

The male-female binary is built into the formalized structures of dance at just about every level, from the very beginning of training through the conventions of professional-level choreogra…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:06AM

Why Politicians Need A Marketing Lesson To Get People To Stay Inside.

In his daily midday address the other day, the butt-kickin’ Governor of NY, Andrew Cuomo, once again tried to emphasize how important it was that everyone stayed the @#$% inside during th…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 4/2/2020

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 4/2/2020 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

Richard Howle: Ticketing companies have borne the brunt of Covid-19 cancellations by Richard Howle

Fail to prepare and prepare to fail. It’s not as if we didn’t see it coming. Granted, I don’t think many anticipated

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Making Music in Quarantine (Brahms Op.118, No. 2) by Georgia Stitt

Making music to quiet my nervous spirit. Georgia Stitt

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:57AM

The Theatre Community Remembers Adam Schlesinger on Social Media by Felicia Fitzpatrick

Members of the theatre community have taken to social media to share their thoughts and memories of the Tony-nominated composer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:53AM

VIDEO: Sterling K. Brown Sings 'Shallow' From A STAR IS BORN on Instagram Live

During an Instagram Live with Variety, actor Sterling K. Brown sings 'Shallow' from A Star Is Born!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

The Real Inspiration Behind ‘You Go, Glen Coco’ in Tina Fey’s Mean Girls by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth shares highlights from his Stars in the House specials with the cast of the animated Frozen, Stephanie J. Block, plus stories from his podcast ep…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

The Drama League Re-Envisions Ceremony With 2020 Gratitude Awards by Dan Meyer

The new fundraiser will celebrate heroes in the theatre community.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45AM

Alan Menken Reveals He Is Writing A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Musical for Broadway, ENCHANTED Sequel & More!

Stage and screen legend Alan Menken might be contained to his home like the rest of us, but he's certainly keeping busy! In a recent talkback with Young Artists of America, the composer reve…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:43AM

Alan Menken Working On Enchanted Sequel; Night at the Museum Broadway Musical

Menken also confirmed the cast for the Little Mermaid film reboot.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

EXCLUSIVE: Hear Luke Brady & More Sing "All I Ever Wanted" From The Prince of Egypt

Get a first listen to a track from the new cast recording.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

Cry-Baby, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Fountains of Wayne Composer Adam Schlesinger Dies of Coronavirus

Schlesinger was working on two musicals at the time of his passing.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

Bard from my own home: how I starred in a virtual Shakespeare play by Stephen Moss

How better to liven up lockdown than to stage the entire Shakespeare canon online? Our writer reports on his role in the webcam drama ‘Would you like to take part in a livestreamed perform…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:32AM

Now I’m Fine review – candid gem mixes standup and mesmerising music by Arifa Akbar

Available onlineAhamefule J Oluo’s 2014 show about having an autoimmune disease is a moving hybrid of comedy, theatre and jazz Since venues closed their doors because of the coronavirus, a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:32AM

Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights for The SpongeBob Musical by Andrew Gans

The world of Bikini Bottom comes to life in the musical, which opened on Broadway in 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM

PRE-SHUTDOWN SETLIST #1: TADA! GALA 3/2/20 by Jason Robert Brown

Back in those long ago days when we could all still get together and make music and celebrate, Georgia and I were honored by our favorite youth theater company, TADA!, with a gala at Tribeca…

SOURCE: Jason Robert Brown at 10:15AM

Faces of ITS: Andrew Spriggs by Nic Fallacaro

Maryland Thespian says theatre lets him embrace risks The post Faces of ITS: Andrew Spriggs appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

SOURCE: Dramatics Magazine at 10:12AM

Tony-Nominated and Emmy-Winning Composer Adam Schlesinger Has Passed Away at Age 52 by Olivia Clement

The composer of Cry-Baby and the upcoming The Bedwetter and The Nanny musicals, died April 1 of COVID-19 related causes.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Jazz Patriarch Ellis Marsalis Dead Of COVID At 85 by Artsjournal1

“[A] pianist and educator, [he] became the guiding force behind a late-20th-century resurgence in jazz. … Photogenic, erudite and fabulously talented, Mr. Marsalis’s children and many …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:06AM

As The World Shuts Down, Yale School Of Music Takes Care Of Its Students by Artsjournal1

“In a March 31st letter to alumni, Dean Robert Blocker outlined an ambitious plan to provide aid, including ‘a one-time stipend of $500’ to all students to assist with travel and expen…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:06AM

North American Movie Box Office Down $600 Million From Last Year by Artsjournal1

“Amid the far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic, … domestic ticket sales turned in a combined $1.81 billion from Jan. 1 through March 19, the day when Comscore stopped reportin…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:06AM

The show must go online: drama to enjoy for free at home

Theatre-makers have responded to the crisis by making plays available to stream and by creating innovative new forms of drama

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:03AM

Revisit Carey Mulligan, Bill Nighy, Matthew Beard in Skylight on Broadway in 2015 by Marc J. Franklin

The revival of David Hare’s play opened at the John Golden Theatre April 2.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:02AM

BingeWatch: Shtisel is a Jewish family drama filled with warmth, levity and pickles

Our series on TV perfect for lockdown continues with a hit Netflix show set in the ultra-Orthodox community

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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New Musical Identical, Based on The Parent Trap, Postpones U.K. World Premiere by Andrew Gans

George Stiles and Anthony Drewe penned the score for the show, to be directed by Trevor Nunn.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:50AM

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, April 2, 2020 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:48AM

Ken Sansom: The Man of a Thousand Voices by Trav S.D.

My modus operandi in creating this blog is to constantly work a list of names on a calendar. Occasionally, a date arrives and I find myself stumped as to why I had placed a name there. Case …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:48AM

The Glorious Deception: The Double Life of William Robinson a.k.a Chung Ling Soo by Trav S.D.

Today being the birthday of magician William Ellsworth Robinson a.a. Chung Ling Soo (1861-1918) whom we first wrote about here. Seems a fitting time for a little plug for Jim Steinmeyer’s …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:48AM

Playbill Viewing: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Heartfelt, Satirical, and Catchy 4 Seasons by Mark Peikert

Rachel Bloom and Aline Brosh McKenna's series offers 62 episodes of smart musical theatre writing and frank discussions about mental health.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:43AM

Listen to the Act I Finale From Stephen Schwartz's The Prince of Egypt Musical by Andrew Gans

The Original London Cast Recording drops April 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM

Performers are among the most vulnerable victims of our newly shuttered world by Peggy McGlone

“This came out of nowhere and it came quickly,” says local actor Evan Casey.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 09:32AM

Coronavirus: 7 awesome Bay Area things to do at home this weekend, April 3-5 by Randy McMullen, Jackie Burrell

We know you're getting cocooning down to an art form: Here are 7 more cool ideas, from virtual wine tastings to cool tunes, movies and TV shows.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 09:30AM

New York Theater Quiz for March 2020 by New York Theater

How much were you paying attention to theater news and views, on stage and online, in the month of March? Answer these 14 questions and find out.

SOURCE: New York Theater at 09:20AM

Coronavirus: Belarus Free Theatre launches fairytales campaign and opens up archive online by Giverny Masso

Will Attenborough, Stephen Fry and Juliet Stevenson are taking part in a fairytale-inspired campaign called #LoveOverVirus, which forms part of the celebrations

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:18AM

Coronavirus: Harriet Harman pushes chancellor to ensure theatre workers are not left behind during crisis by Georgia Snow

Harriet Harman is calling on the chancellor to ensure that people working in theatre do not get left behind by the government’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:18AM

Talent agency under fire for ‘cruel’ April Fool’s casting prank by Matthew Hemley

A talent management company has come under fire for calling on its clients to self-tape an audition for a non-existent job as part

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:18AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Karen Ziemba kicking up her heels with The Rockettes

Each Thursday, beginning today at noon, one of the iconic Radio City Rockettes will be leading free live dance classes on The Rockettes' Instagram live from her home.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 09:15AM

Edinburgh Festivals cancelled for the first time in over 70 years due to COVID-19

The 2020 Edinburgh Festivals have been cancelled over fears that the "coronacrisis" might carry on into the late summer. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh International Festival, Edi…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 09:10AM

Broadway Catch Up: April 2 - Patti LuPone Revives Norma Desmond, and More!

While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's videos, from stars including …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM

Edinburgh Festivals — All Of Them — Canceled by Artsjournal1

The Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe, Book Festival, Art Festival, and Military Tattoo, which transform Scotland’s capital for the month of August, have been called off for 202…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 09:03AM

It Took Only Four Days For Berlin To Distribute €500 Million In Emergency Funds For Freelancers by Artsjournal1

“Imagine you are a small businessperson or freelancer suffering a deep financial loss as a result of your city’s lockdown. You apply for a grant from the government on a Friday, submitti…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 09:03AM

‘Brutal & honest’: CYPRUS AVENUE – Royal Court Theatre (Online Review) ★★★★ by Emma Clarendon

There is no denying that Cyprus Avenue is a powerful drama about struggling with identity and prejudice that makes for chilling viewing from start to finish.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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The Shows Must Go On: Andrew Lloyd Webber launches free YouTube channel with Joseph & Jesus Christ Superstar by Press Releases

Andrew Lloyd Webber has announced a new YouTube Channel, The Shows Must Go On, providing musical theatre lovers with a West End and Broadway experience in their own homes, online for free.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:45AM

The Kiln Theatre cancels premiere of A Museum in Baghdad

London's Kiln Theatre has been forced to make the difficult decision to cancel its upcoming new production of A Museum in Baghdad due to COVID-19. It is unclear at this time whether Hannah …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 08:45AM

Wild, Hampstead Theatre online review - timelier than anticipated by Matt Wolf

Mike Bartlett's 2016 play chimes with our topsy-turvy times “The whole world is just tilting at the moment,” we’re told near the end of Wild, the Mike Bartlett play from summer 2016 …

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 08:12AM

Musical of the Month: The Drowsy Chaperone by JK

Next up in our Musical of the Month series is the hysterical, whimsical parody musical from 2006, The Drowsy Chaperone. Finding more than a few similarities between myself and the lead male …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 08:06AM

LA STAGE Chat: Social Media by Courtney Clark

Courtney Clark, Deputy Director of Communications and Educational Progams, lays the foundation of social media usage. The post LA STAGE Chat: Social Media appeared first on At This Stage.

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 08:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Virtual studio lets artists isolate and collaborate by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Debuting digital venue Cdnstudio.ca is intended to let creators unite in a safe space online

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 07:30AM

Hamlet review – the Wooster Group resurrect Richard Burton's Dane by Kate Wyver

Available onlineJohn Gielgud’s 1964 production of Shakespeare’s play haunts this meta-spectacle that questions the nature of performance In these times when “too, too solid flesh” is…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:24AM

Birmingham Royal Ballet to stream performances and classes from dancers’ living rooms by Georgia Snow

Birmingham Royal Ballet has announced plans to stage an adapted version of The Dying Swan, performed during isolation, as part of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:06AM

Chicago Children’s Theatre Announces CAMP FEVER-Virtual Spring Theatre Adventure Camp by Showbiz Chicago Newsdesk

During this remarkable moment in time when children aren’t in school, Chicago Children’s Theatre continues [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:03AM

Milwaukee’s Renaissance Theaterworks Will Stream Performance of ACTUALLY by Showbiz Chicago Newsdesk

Out of  concern for the health and safety of our community, Renaissance Theaterworks made the difficult decision to [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:03AM

About Face Theatre Postpones WONKA BALL Benefit Gala by Showbiz Chicago Newsdesk

About Face Theatre today announced the postponement of its annual benefit gala and its planned production [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:03AM

Milwaukee Rep Announces Our Home To Your Home by Showbiz Chicago Newsdesk

While the stages remain dark during the COVID-19 global pandemic, Milwaukee Rep is rallying its creative resources [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 07:03AM

Almanac: J.M. Synge on death by Terry Teachout

“Michael has a clean burial in the far north, by the grace of the Almighty God. Bartley will have a fine coffin out of the white boards, and a deep grave surely. What more can we want t…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Alex Thomas and Ingrid Silva: Dancing for Nike and beyond by Admin

Dance is pervading deeper and deeper into pop culture — for instance, So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, and long dance scenes in non-dance television shows such as Always…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 06:55AM

Production Resource Group Helps Make Protective Gear For Healthcare Professionals

Faced with the magnitude of the global health crisis linked to the spread of COVID-19, Production Resource Group, LLC (PRG) is putting its skills to work to make a difference in the fight ag…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:54AM

PBS Executive Chloe Aaron Has Passed Away

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Chloe Aaron, a top PBS executive, has passed away at age 81 due to cancer and related complications, according to the New York Times.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:54AM

VIDEO: Lincoln Center at Home Launches #ConcertsForKids With Music From the Sole!

Lincoln Center at Home launched #ConcertsForKids yesterday, with Music From the Sole!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:53AM

Whatever the Weather review – a rainbow of a show by Chris Wiegand

Available onlineThe two figures in an alpine weather house come out to play in this delightfully sweet production for three- to seven-year-olds In the late 19th century, a comic opera was de…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:12AM

As Stages Go Dark, Companies Stumble by Laura Cappelle

Several French theater companies, closed in the coronavirus outbreak, have rushed to put content online. Much of it is underwhelming.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:06AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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World Premiere Of THE PARENT TRAP Musical, IDENTICAL, Is Postponed Until 2021

The upcoming production of new British musical 'Identical' has been postponed for one year.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48AM

Andrew Lloyd Webber to stream his musicals weekly on Youtube by Gabi Bergman

Andrew Lloyd Webber and his team have launched “The Shows Must Go On” on Youtube, a channel dedicated to streaming

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:06AM

From stage to sofa: A rundown of digital theatre available for families by The Family Stage

In this article, we’ll be rounding up everything that’s available for families to live-stream to their living room.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway star Nick Cordero is in intensive care with pneumonia after a potential misdiagnosis by Annie Lord, Annie Lord

'He isn't allowed to eat or drink, he is very weak and having a hard time breathing'

SOURCE: The Independent at 03:36AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Local Artists funded by HOTA’s Rage Against the V(irus) Artist Fund by Arts Review

Home of the Arts (HOTA) has revealed the first recipients of its Rage Against the V(irus) Artist Fund who will receive up to $1000 cash toward nominated projects. Announced last month, the f…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:04AM

Answering the Call to Pause by David Dower, David Howse, Toshi Reagon

By David Dower, David Howse, Toshi Reagon. David Dower and David Howse—artistic director and executive director of ArtsEmerson, respectively—talk with artist Toshi Reagon about the decis…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:00AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Montaigne to represent Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 by Arts Review

After the unprecedented cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest this year, SBS has announced that art-pop singer-songwriter Montaigne will still get her shot at Eurovision glory, when th…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:14AM
Thursday, April 2, 2020 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Local artists funded by HOTA’S Rage by Peter J Snee

HOTA – Home of the Arts has today revealed the first recipients of its Rage Against the V(irus) Artist Fund

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:43AM

What poetry to read in a crisis?

Join a discussion with poetry powerhouse Allie Esiri at 12pm and 5pm UK time on Thursday April 2

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:30AM

Daily Workout: A Theatre Lover's Home Workout Options for April 2 by Ruthie Fierberg

Dance along with the Radio City Rockettes, learn combinations to songs from In The Heights, live classes from Ailey Extension and Ballet Hispánico, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13AM

More on Shuttered NYC Institutions: A Brief Reprieve for Met’s Endangered Staff; A “Frick Breuer” Update by Artsjournal1

Faced with mounting pushback against its plan to consider cutbacks beginning Apr. 5, the Met has now postponed any such changes until May 2. The Frick’s plans, including a temporary move t…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:12AM

Ask by Artsjournal1

I’ve also been watching with great interest the number of arts organizations making content available online, providing virtual experiences to help us get through this. At the same time, I…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:12AM

Adelaide Cabaret Fringe Festival to take a breather in 2020 by Arts Review

Adelaide’s annual Cabaret Fringe Festival has been cancelled for 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic response. Now in its 12th year, the Cabaret Fringe features the best of hom…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:04AM

Netflix or Amazon? Fashion TV goes head to head

Streaming leaders are competing for the ultimate in ‘quarantine TV’ with rival series

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Gallerists eye the future with caution

Autumn diary looks alarmingly full; online legal issues exposed; artists rally to support South African hospital

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7 Performances with Stage Stars to Watch Today, April 2 - See James Corden in 'One Man, Two Guvnors,' Will Chase and others

With in-person theatre out of commission for the foreseeable future, many performers are sharing their talents online. Below are performances featuring stage stars that you can watch today, …

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards